Trending In London: July's Hottest Happenings
Nothing sexier than the golden hour of those hot, lingering summer days. Inspired by the gorgeous sunset hues, REFY's new launch sees the Topaz shade in the brand's bestselling Gloss Highlighter now entering the lip gloss range, creating that dewy, light-reflecting and radiant summer-ready look with perfectly balanced pigments. The new lip gloss is available to purchase as a single item or as part of the limited-edition Topaz Collection, which also features the Gloss Highlighter, Cream Bronzer and Duo Brush.
REFY launches new Topaz lip gloss and limited-edition Topaz Collection Courtesy of REFY Beauty
To dial up the summer heat even more, Bordelle launched NARA last week, the second line in the brand's AW26 collection that pays homage to London — the city where the brand was born. Featuring daring designs in Bordelle's signature sculptural silhouettes, pieces from the NARA range offers refined simplicity with airy, open-knit mesh and polished metal accents.
Nara Panelled Bodice Bra from the Nara collection by Bordelle Courtesy of Bordelle
It's all about wearing your footwear as jewelry this summer, and these Samburu sandals by Amanu are perfectly designed to elevate a simple outfit into a bold statement with their double brass bar details in a gold-toned finish.
The Samburu sandals by Amanu Courtesy of Amanu
London's favorite luxury eyewear labelLinda Farrow has partnered with Smart Works, a UK-based charity, to launch an exclusive optical capsule collection in support of women's empowerment. With campaign images featuring a cast of dynamic, trailblazing women whose passion and presence mirror the spirit of Linda Farrow herself, the collab collection is on sale until end of July with 50% of the recommended retail price donated directly to the charity.
Bay Garnett in Linda Farrow x Smart Works collab collection's campaign Courtesy of Linda Farrow
The New York-born womenswear label Hill House Home has officially launched at Liberty London this week. Featuring the label's bestselling Nap Dress® in soft chocolate gingham and raspberry as well as new styles like the Margot dress and Yara shirt dress, the collection available to shop in-store and online at Liberty London is perfect for the summer season.
Hill House Home's iconic Nap Dress is now available at Liberty London Courtesy of Hill House Home Alo Yoga's Hot New Destination at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum
One of London's favorite summer vacation destinations, now there's even more reasons to visit Bodrum. Alo, the luxury apparel brand rooted in mind-body wellness, has announced its newest global destination at the Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum. Marking Alo's second retail space in Turkey, the MO debut is in partnership with Soho Group and features a signature boutique and immersive beach club experience. From now through September, the resort will host exclusive wellness activations featuring international Alo instructors, with programs like s unrise yoga, sound healing, and meditations.
Alo Yoga's Hot New Destination at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum Courtesy of ALO The Unveiling of Zimmermann's Cruise 26 Collection in Mykonos
Zimmermann gives everyone the ultimate FOMO and unveils a stunning Cruise 26 collection against a mesmerizing white and blue backdrop of the Mykonos town. Named Twisted Romance, the collection blends nautical nostalgia with a romantic edge and features fluid contrasting fabrics, vintage elements, elevated accessories and plenty of rebellion.
Celebrating a decade in diamonds and design, fine jewelry house Gemima opens its first UK store located in Wandsworth town. The store, operating on an by-appointment-only basis, is London's top destination in July for all things diamonds and bespoke pieces. The best kept secret? The store's Gem Bar, a tasting and design lounge on the lower ground floor designed to host Gemima's trademarked event named Diamond Tasting: a masterclass pairing rare and natural diamonds to wine and champagne unveiling industry tips and tricks for collecting and buying.
Gemima's First UK Store in London's Wandsworth Town Courtesy of Gemima Exotic Summer Vibes with Sakuranna
Look no further for all your Euro summer essentials — the Bali-designed, female-founded resortwear brand Sakuranna is your one stop shop for all things timeless with a sexy twist. Known for their inclusive designs that also accommodate bigger bust sizes, Sakuranna quickly became the cool-girl brand to know since its inception in 2023. Founded by Anna Cernohorska, the brand's ultimate goal is to provide conscious fashion with minimal environmental impact.
Sakuranna's eco-conscious, inclusive swimwear and resortwear designs gained the brand a loyal following Courtesy of Sakuranna Dewy Skin with Revision's DermProtect Barrier Defense™
The summer heat and sun can be dehydrating for our skin, and finding the right product is particularly difficult for those with dry, very dry, or mature skin. An intensive moisturiser that delivers maximum hydration, Revision's DermProtect Barrier Defense™ also replenishes natural lipids, and enhances moisture retention. Its advanced technology goes even deeper to target the source of dryness by resetting and regulating skin's natural 24-hour cycle to boost daytime defence and nighttime regeneration, perfect for those seeking result without irritation.
DermProtect Barrier Defense™ by Revision maximizes skin's daytime defence and nighttime regeneration Courtesy of Revision Juicy Summer PJs & Underwear by Stripe & Stare x Emily English
Stripe & Stare has just launched their juiciest collection yet. In collaboration with Emily English, the range of pyjamas and underwear is inspired by summer fruits and matcha mornings, and comes in the most delicious and vibrant prints — all made with the brand's softest, sustainable fabric.
Juicy Summer Underwear by Stripe & Stare x Emily English Courtesy of Stripe x Stare Alternative Summer Destinations with VistaJet
Wanting something different to your usual Euro summer experience? Think wellness retreats held in private lodges, wild salmon fishing, and stunning natural landscapes of Scotland — and an ultra-glamorous journey there. Responding to soaring demand, VistaJet — the first private aviation company — has introduced dedicated Citation XLS aircrafts to the UK market, making domestic travel in style a possibility. Operated by Saxon Air in the UK on behalf of VistaJet, the new aircrafts are optimized for journeys up to three hours and combines light jet economics with mid-size jet performance.
Alternative Summer Destinations with VistaJet Getty Rock Pool by Lucy Delius x ASCENO
An collaborated collection with Poppy Sexton-Wainwright, Lucy Delius' Rock Pool range is an ode to the indulgence of long, hot summer days. Marking the two's first partnership and imbuing the irreverence of both brands, the range features ten pieces of jewels and five pieces of resort wear with an oceanic theme — designed to be worn with tousled beach waves and sand between your toes.
Pieces worn from the Rock Pool collab collection by Lucy Delius x ASCENO Courtesy of Lucy Delius Frizz-Free Sumemr with Amika
Now you can brave the summer humidity without worrying about your hair. Amika's new Frizz-Me-Not collection — featuring a new shampoo/conditioner combo as well as an anti-frizz treatment — promises to lock out frizz for up to 72-hours and leave hair looking glossy and smooth.
Amika's Frizz-Me-Not collection Courtesy of Amika Côte d'Azur by Wolfgang Puck at CUT, 45 Park Lane
If you know London, you know chic rooftops and terraces are hard to come by. Just in time for perhaps the best summer in years, CUT at 45 Park Lane announces the return their famed alfresco dining — CUT Out. Set against the lush backdrop of Hyde Park, this year's terrace takes on a seafood-inspired theme, bringing the vibrant flavors of the coast to Mayfair, paired with a selection of Spritzes for Côte d'Azur by Wolfgang Puck. Top favs? The King's Imperial Caviar Doughnuts and Dover Sole Goujonnette 'Fish 'n Chips' with Sakura Tartar Sauce.
Côte D'azur by Wolfgang Puck at 45 Park Lane Courtesy of CUT at 45 Park Lane Liberty Announces Christmas Advent Calendar
It's never too early to plan your Christmas shopping, especially if it involves treating yourself! Liberty, London's ultimate cult beauty destination for those in the know, has unveiled their Christmas advent calendar for the holiday season of 2025. Having sold out ten years in a row, this year's edition promises to be bigger and better than ever before — worth £1,245 and includes 30 iconic beauty finds (including 20 full size), plus a unique Ianthe print drawstring bag — all yours for £275.
Liberty announces its Christmas advent calendar for holiday season 2025 Courtesy of Liberty London
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